Resources

The Spina Bifida Association works to promote the prevention of Spina Bifida and help those who are affected. They provide programs and services such as speakers, parent support and referral, adult network, quarterly newsletters, post-secondary education assistance, medical supplies, equipment assistance, and awareness and outreach. The group is active on their Facebook page, which can be found on the website. Spina Bifida Association of Delaware Valley 6935 Airport Hwy Lane, Office 1 Pennsauken, NJ 08109 610-446-1066 email: Info@sbadv.org

The Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) (a collaborative effort between the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services) is focused on creating opportunities for the commonwealth's youngest citizens to develop and learn to their fullest potential. 215-560-2541

2‑1‑1 SEPA is part of the national 2‑1‑1 Call Centers initiative that seeks to provide an easy-to-remember telephone number and web resource for finding health and human services– for everyday needs and in crisis situations. Search our vast database of services and providers to find the help you need today. Southeastern PA 211 1650 Arch Street, 22nd floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 Dial 211 or 1-866-964-7922 / Text 898-211 email: Info@211sepa.org

SDHP works to expand housing options for people with disabilities in Pennsylvania. SDHP provides a range of technical assistance and training to increase the knowledge, skill, and capacity of people with disabilities, family members, service providers, housing professionals and others. They have number of partnerships with government agencies to address statewide housing needs for people with disabilities. Self-Determination Housing of Pennsylvania 261 Old York Road, Suite 321 A Jenkintown, PA 19046 610-873-9595

REACH (Rapport, Empowerment, Advocacy, through Connections and Health) programs are for adolescents, teens, and young adults with chronic conditions and their parents. The goal is to prepare youth with special healthcare needs for a successful transition into adulthood by providing peer support, guidance, and resources. REACH (Rapport, Empowerment, Advocacy through Connections and Health) 267-426-5569 email: REACH@email.chop.edu

Philadelphia Intellectual disability Services (IDS) is an administrative entity under contract with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Developmental Programs to administer services in Philadelphia County. IDS works with the Commonwealth and service providers to offer quality supports and services so individuals will have choices in their lives, meaningful relationships, and participation in their community as valued citizens. Philadelphia Intellectual Disabilities Services (IDS) 701Market Street, Suite 5200 Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-685-5900

PSD’s Community Outreach office works daily to bridge the gap between hearing and deaf worlds. Pennsylvania School for the Deaf (PSD) 100 West School House Lane Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-951-4700

PHLP provides free legal services to lower-income consumers, seniors, and persons with disabilities who are having trouble accessing publicly funded healthcare coverage or services. PHLP monitors all legal and administrative developments that affect the disabilities community and disseminates the information in newsletters and bulletins to hundreds of disabilities advocacy groups throughout the state. Pennsylvania Health Law Project 123 Chestnut Street, Suite 400 Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-625-3990

Provides public programs and services including eligibility and benefits determination, foster care, juvenile justice, early childhood development, services for persons with DD, autism services, long-term living programs, managements of state hospitals, and management of the MA physical and behavioral health care programs, individual technical assistance, advocacy and supports to families. Department of Human Services 625 Forster Street Harrisburg, PA 17120 800-692-7462

The mission of the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is to support Pennsylvanians with developmental disabilities to achieve greater independence, choice and opportunity in their lives. The office seeks to continuously improve an effective system of accessible services and supports that are flexible, innovative and person-centered.